Tsai calls for unity in the face of military threat from China

Radio Taiwan International
Date: 01 August, 2019
By: Paula Chao

President Tsai Ing-wen is urging the public to stand in unity in the face of military threats and political

propaganda from China. Tsai’s call came Thursday at the presidential office.

China has been holding war games near Dongshan Island in Fujian province since Monday. The military exercises will run through Friday night.

Tsai said that regardless of whether people identify with Taiwan or with its official name — the Republic of China — they should stand in unity.

“Hong Kong’s experience is [clear]. Bowing to [pressure] will only make us lose everything. China’s military threats, which are targeting all Taiwanese people, will have an impact on regional peace and stability. Therefore, we should be aware that the destiny of our country is in our own hands, not in the hands of others," said Tsai.     [FULL  STORY]